Quality Workforce

We pride ourselves on the quality of our workforce and believe that whatever your business you can find the workers to do the job. With a labor force of over 1.3 million within 60 miles and the second largest manufacturing community per capita in Georgia, our workforce has a high degree of pride and a strong work ethic. In addition, Whitfield County is certified Work Ready and also offers specialized training (Quick Start) for businesses.

Download our area labor profile or labor shed report.

Availability of Skilled Labor: Georgia Work Ready Certified

Certificates Issued to County Residents

Available workforce consists of unemployed adults, high school graduates, GED earners and college graduates. The Work Ready assessment is administered by ACT's nationally accredited WorkKeys® system and measures both core skills and work habits. For more information, please visit http://www.gaworkready.org.

Unemployment Rate Comparison

Not Seasonally Adjusted

Commuting Patterns

The map below shows drive times based on 15, 30 and 45 minutes to the center of Dalton. The county boasts five interstate 75 exits, providing quick access in and out of Dalton and surrounding communities.

Drive time of 15, 30 & 45 minutes